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The Absurdly Beautiful Winter Hike In Alaska That Will Make You Feel At One With Nature

Alaska has some amazing hiking opportunities, even in the winter. This popular hike takes is busy during summer months, but if you have the skills to tackle it in the winter, you’ll find a much more solitary trek and some killer views.

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Located in the Kenai Fjords National Park, the Harding Icefield Trail is 8.8 miles long and is quite strenuous, with an elevation gain of 3,953 feet.

You'll want to be properly equipped for a mountaineering adventure, with waterproof hiking boots, trekking poles, communication devices (there's no cell coverage up here!) and warm, layered clothing. You should also be prepared for avalanche conditions, with a beacon, ice axe, probe and shovel.

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